Sinnamahoning Volunteer Fire Department & Ambulance Service

06/14/2026

Here is the winning number for our 50-50 that we held at the snake hunt yesterday June 13th at the Sinnamahoning Sportsmans club. The prize was claimed. Thank you everyone that participated in the 50-50 as well as everyone that stopped by our stand to buy shirts, etc. We appreciate all of your support.

06/11/2026

As of 18:47 Cameron Company 16 has been dispatched to Gibson Township for Trees Down Blocking the Roadway.

06/11/2026

⚡ Severe Weather Guide: Who to Call & When ⛈️
With severe thunderstorms pushing through our area, our emergency lines can get tied up incredibly fast. You can help keep our local dispatchers and first responders available for life-threatening emergencies by using the right numbers for the right situations.

Before picking up the phone, use this quick guide to determine the best course of action:
🚨 Call 911 Immediately For:
Life-Threatening Emergencies: Any active medical emergency, injury, or immediate danger to life.
Trees Down on Occupied Structures/Vehicles: If a tree hits a house or vehicle and people are trapped or injured.
Live Wires Down & Sparking: Any utility wires touching the ground, blocking a roadway, or actively sparking. Always treat down wires as live and dangerous.
Fire: Structural fires, lightning strikes causing fire, or brush fires started by downed lines.

📞 Call the Non-Emergency Number For:
Trees Down (NO Wires, NO Injuries): If a tree or large branch is blocking a local road but is not tangled in utility lines and has not caused injuries.
Property Damage (Delayed): Assessing minor, non-hazardous storm damage to property after the storm has safely passed.

🔌 Contact Your Power/Utility Company For:
Please do not call 911 or non-emergency dispatch to report a power outage or to ask when the power will come back on. Dispatchers do not have outage updates. Contact your provider directly:
To Report a Power Outage: Use your power company’s automated phone line, text alerts, or online outage map.
To Check Restoration Status: Monitor local utility maps for estimated restoration times.

⚠️ Storm Safety Reminder: If you see standing water on the roadways, turn around, don't drown. Avoid driving during the height of the storm if possible, and stay clear of any fallen debris until crews can safely clear it.

📞☎️ESSENTIAL CONTACTS & LINKS
Emergencies: Dial 911
Mental Health Crises: 988
Power Outages: West Penn/Penelec: 888-544-4877
Road Conditions: Call 5-1-1 or visit 511pa.com (check road closures/ restrictions)
National Fuel (For Gas Emergencies): 800-444-3130
Elk/Cameron County 911 Non-Emergency Line: (814) 772-0000
PA State Police Emporium: (814) 486-3321
PA State Police Ridgway: (814) 776-6136
City of St. Marys Police Department: (814) 781-1315
Ridgway Boro Police Department: (814) 773-5125
Johnsonburg Boro Police Department: (814) 965-2816
Emporium Boro Police Department: (814) 486-0768
Power Outage Guidance, Road Restrictions, State Response Efforts, Travel Safety, Where to go for Help: ready.pa.gov

06/02/2026

On Saturday May 30th members practiced pumping on engine 161 and brush 16

05/27/2026

As of 16:13 Cameron Company 16 was dispatched to Grove Township for a Water Rescue. Station 44 (Austin Volunteer Fire Department) & Coudersport ALS were dispatched as well.

Assistant 16-1 (Hoffman), Engine 161, Austin Ambulance 44-6 & Engine 44-2 and Medic 7 responded. Aeromedical was placed on standby.

Engine 161 established Command.

Engine 44-2 and Aeromedical were cancelled.

Engine 161 Crew and Assistant 16-1 performed rescue / extrication.

Ambulance 44-6 & Medic 7 handled patient care.

All units were back in quarters at 18:05.

05/25/2026

Today, we remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage and dedication will never be forgotten.

This Memorial Day, we remember, reflect, and give thanks. From all of us at Cameron Company 16, we wish everyone a safe and meaningful holiday. 🇺🇸

05/21/2026

As of 20:48 Cameron Company 16, Cameron Company 14, Elk Company 5 were dispatched to Grove Township for a reported Structure Fire.

Chief 16 responded requesting Station 44 (Austin), Station 48 (Coudersport) & Renovo 29 added to the dispatch.

At 20:58 - Captain 44 is on scene reporting fully involved.

At 21:03 - Chief 16 has arrived on scene and established command.

Engine 161 & Tanker 16 have responded.

Cameron Companies 16 & 14 and Station 44 (Austin) have been requested to continue to the scene.

Elk Company 5 was canceled.

Renovo 29 is to stand by at Company 16.

Coudersport 48 was canceled, with one unit standing by for 44.

05/10/2026

We would like to wish you all a Happy Mother’s Day! Especially to all of the moms who volunteer here at Company 16! Enjoy your day!

05/08/2026

As of 13:45 Cameron Company 16, Cameron Company 14 and Elk Company 5 have been dispatched to Gibson Township for a reported Structure Fire.

Chief 16 (Ball) is on scene with command confirming working structure fire.

05/08/2026

We are participating! Adopt a provider!

As the fun continues we want to make sure all of our providers are shown love!

I’m looking for some more generous “fosters” for the following - you may fill out the form again or send me an email ([email protected])

Even if all of the providers are adopted you can still sign up! We may have some stragglers or someone who just needs an extra pick-me-up!

🚑 Ridgway Ambulance Corporation - All adopted!
🚑 Cameron County Ambulance Service, Inc - All adopted!
🚑 Coudersport Ambulance Association - All adopted!
🚑 Port Area Ambulance Service - All adopted!
🚑 Sinnamahoning Ambulance - 6 Providers
🚑 Austin Volunteer Fire Department welcoming the newcomers to the fun!
SMAAS - All adopted!

See details below for how to get in on the fun! We appreciate all of you!

This EMS week we're inviting our communities to take part in something a little special.

Our crews are there for you on your worst days, your hardest moments, and everything in between. Now it's our turn to show them just how much they are appreciated.

⭐Adopt an EMS Provider⭐
Here's how it works:
✔️Sign up to "adopt" a member or member(s) of our team
✔️You'll receive a short, anonymous "Favorite Things” list
✔️Put together a small gift basket with their favorites
✔️Return it to the designated drop off by May 15

➡️ Individuals, families, businesses and organizations are all welcome to participate!
Whether you adopt one provider or a few as a group, every gesture makes a difference.

Joining us in the fun is:
🚑Cameron County Ambulance Service, Inc
🚑 Port Area Ambulance Service
🚑 Ridgway Ambulance Corporation
🚑 Coudersport Ambulance Association
Fill out the form below and choose your station of choice!

💰This isn't about spending a lot - it's about showing appreciation in a personal way.

Whether it's their favorite snacks, a drink they love, or something to make their shift a little brighter, your kindness will go a long way.

✏️ Sign up here: https://forms.gle/nWHXMCsobxTuYuScA
🗓️ Drop off by May 15 to the designated drop off for your chosen location!
📍St. Marys Ambulance - 773 Johnsonburg Road, St. Marys, PA 15857
📍Ridgway Ambulance - 301 N Broad St, Ridgway, PA 15853
📍Port Area Ambulance Service - 22279 US-6, Port Allegany, PA 16743
📍 Coudersport Ambulance Association - 122 E. 2nd St, Coudersport, PA 16915
📍Cameron County Ambulance - 299 E 2nd St, Emporium, PA 15834
📍Austin & Sinnamahoning - instructions will be included in your email for drop off

Help us come together and remind our EMS Providers how much they mean!